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Depression in Older Adults

… For example, your doctor may look for signs of a stroke, dementia, an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), or … For example, your doctor may look for signs of a stroke, dementia, an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), or …

Caregiving How to Help With a Shower

… case they ask for help. If the person you're caring for has dementia, they may not remember how to take a shower. Some … case they ask for help. If the person you're caring for has dementia, they may not remember how to take a shower. Some …

Huntington Disease Genetic Test

… rapid, jerky body movements and the loss of mental skills (dementia). Huntington disease can cause personality changes, … rapid, jerky body movements and the loss of mental skills (dementia). Huntington disease can cause personality changes, …

COVID-19 People Who Are at High Risk for Serious Illness

… that involve the nerves and brain. Examples include stroke, dementia, and cerebral palsy. Being overweight (obesity). … that involve the nerves and brain. Examples include stroke, dementia, and cerebral palsy. Being overweight (obesity). …

Aging Well Making Your Home Fall-Proof

… who have conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, or dementia also have to be careful not to fall. You can make … who have conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, or dementia also have to be careful not to fall. You can make …

Dental Care for Older Adults

… care. People who have trouble using their hands or who have dementia may need this extra help. Keeping teeth and gums … care. People who have trouble using their hands or who have dementia may need this extra help. Keeping teeth and gums …

Substance Use Disorders in Older Adults

… that many older adults have, such as depression and dementia. Caregivers of older adults may be aware of the … that many older adults have, such as depression and dementia. Caregivers of older adults may be aware of the …

Choosing a Nursing Home

… or do they share? Do residents with special needs, such as dementia or Alzheimer's disease, live in separate areas? Is … or do they share? Do residents with special needs, such as dementia or Alzheimer's disease, live in separate areas? Is …

Memantine - Oral

… Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure … Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. It does not cure …

Managing eating chewing and swallowing difficulties in care facilities

… They can also start because of health conditions like dementia, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s disease, …